These protein powder overnight oats have 21g of protein in every serving. Made with an easy base of quick-cooking oats, almond milk, a natural sweetener, and your favorite protein powder, they are the perfect high-protein breakfast that we are obsessed with.
We have spent countless mornings devouring different bowls of oatmeal and overnight oats, but nothing beats our protein overnight oats. These are not only a delicious, time-saving breakfast option but also a perfect post-workout meal to refuel and recover.
With just one base recipe and three delicious flavor options, this will soon become your go-to oatmeal recipe. Trust us when we say, this is the best protein overnight oat recipe on the internet. PS: if you’re more of a warm oatmeal kind of person, try our chocolate protein oatmeal, instead.
Remember, the flavor will vary based on what protein powder you use!
- Milk: Feel free to substitute milk with any plant-based options. The protein powder can be of any type – whey, plant-based, casein, etc.
- Seeds: If you’re not a fan of chia seeds, flax seeds are an excellent alternative.
- Oats: Though we used quick-cooking oats, old-fashioned rolled oats can also be used. The difference is that the old-fashioned oats leave you with chewier (but still delicious) overnight oats.
We’ve also provided three different flavor options in the recipe card. Scroll down to check out the flavor variations of apple cinnamon, chocolate peanut butter, or raspberry almond.
Can I use steel cut oats instead?
We haven’t tested this recipe with steel-cut oats. Generally, steel cut oats are tougher and would need double the time and more liquid to be used. We do have a recipe for quick cooking steel cut overnight oats you can take a look at for more guidance.
Do I need to cook the oats first?
No, the beauty of overnight oats is that they soften and “cook” in the milk overnight.
Protein Overnight Oats Variations
Use our base recipe from the recipe card below and add the following add-ins!
- ¾ cup grated apple
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup peanut butter, crunchy or smooth
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup smashed, fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sliced or slivered almonds
Store your protein overnight oats in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. However, we’ve found they taste best when consumed within 2-3 days.
We suggest storing without toppings to keep the overnight oats fresh. Store toppings separately and top right before serving.
Pair these overnight oats with a hot cup of pour-over coffee, vanilla sweet cream cold brew, or a chai tea latte.
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Add all the ingredients for the overnight oats into a large bowl or glass container and mix until combined.
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Next, add in any of the optional flavor add-ins. Mix to combine.
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Cover the oats and transfer them to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
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Remove from the refrigerator and stir. Add any additional milk or toppings and enjoy.
Optional Flavor Add-ins
Apple Cinnamon
- ¾ cup grated apple
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Chocolate + Peanut Butter
- 1/4 cup peanut butter, crunchy or smooth
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Raspberry Almond
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- ⅓ cup smashed, fresh raspberries
- 2 tablespoons sliced or slivered almonds
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Notes
- The amount of milk used may vary depending on what type of protein powder is used. If you like your oats soupier, add a few extra tablespoons of milk. You can also add more milk right before serving.
- Store the oats in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Calories: 329 kcal, Carbohydrates: 44 g, Protein: 21 g, Fat: 8 g, Fiber: 7 g, Sugar: 12 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.